Mariah Carey Debunks AI Rumors About Her Spotify Wrapped Video Message
Mariah Carey has firmly denied speculation that her 2024 Spotify Wrapped thank-you message was AI-generated, addressing the rumors directly on social media.

Mariah Carey addressing AI Spotify rumors
"Bad lighting and a red lip have you all thinking this is AI??" Carey tweeted on December 5th, explaining these aesthetic choices were simply not her preferred styling elements.
In the disputed video, Carey appears wearing a festive red Santa-inspired dress, thanking fans for their support and mentioning the 30th anniversary of her "Merry Christmas" album. She also teased upcoming new music releases.
The speculation arose from fans commenting on the video's appearance, with some questioning its authenticity. The discussion highlights growing public awareness and skepticism around AI-generated content in entertainment.
Meanwhile, Carey continues her successful 2024 holiday season with her Christmas tour running through December 17th, concluding in Brooklyn. Her iconic holiday song "All I Want For Christmas Is You" has already made its annual return to the Billboard Hot 100, reaching #10 on the current chart.
The video was part of Spotify Wrapped 2024's artist thank-you messages, which launched December 4th alongside the platform's year-end statistics featuring top artists like Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, and Bad Bunny.

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